amfori BSCI is a global initiative for companies committed to improve working conditions in the global supply chain . Over 2 000 members around the world are working together , using the same Code of Conduct with requirements such as minimum wage , working conditions ,
The prohibition of child labor , bonded
International labor and discrimination .
Accord for Health and
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Safety in the Garment and Textile industry is a legal agreement to improve the safety of textile factories mainly in Bangladesh , with focus on building construction , electrical- and fire safety . The Accord includes inspections , fire safety training as well as effective remediation and renovations . The ambition is that the initiative shall expand to other production countries . ( Read more on p . 27 )
Textile Exchange is an international non-profit organization working for responsible expansion of the textile industry . New Wave Group is a member to support the development of more
CTPAT preferred materials and is a production methods . voluntary initiative by the US CBP ( Customs and
Border Protection ) to build relationships that strengthen international supply chains to improve border and cargo security . CBP organizes regular visits to our suppliers for on-site inspections .
Clean Shipping Index aims to impact the freight companies to use cleaner vessels and upgrade their fleet of ships in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and chemicals in our oceans . The organization has developed a tool in order to help companies evaluate the environmental impact when selecting freight forwarders or shipping companies .
( Read more on p . 28 )
FLA is a collaborative effort of universities , civil society organizations and socially responsible companies dedicated to protecting workers ’ rights around the world . New Wave
Group is a member through the subsidiary Cutter & Buck .
The Swedish Chemicals Group is arranged by RISE , a world-leading research group with a key role in the Swedish innovation system . The purpose of the group is to share the most updated information on chemical legislations and developments and to support companies with tools to manage legal requirements and other activities in the chemical field . The group meets regularly to discuss current topics and changes to legislation .
Partnerships and networks
Many issues and challenges require cooperation at a higher level than with individual companies . There are many ways to make a difference together and learn from each other . Therefore , an important mission for our Sustainability-team is to participate in different industry networks and round table discussions to share information and discuss structural problems and solutions .
For example , we regularly participate in the amfori BSCI National Group and the Swedish Chemicals Group . In addition to the above initiatives , we also participate in the Buyers Forum in Bangladesh ( organized by World Bank Group IFC- SEDF ) and CSR Forum in Shanghai .